contra costa county real estate: What You Need to Know About Cap Rates - 02/09/17 08:40 PM
What You Need to Know About Cap Rates
What is a cap rate as it relates to real estate property investing? Cap rate stands for Capitalization Rate which essentially means the rate of return (income) the property is expected to generate, as it applies to investment properties. What an introduction! For those of us who are not real estate market vocabulary pros, let’s try to break this definition of cap rates down to be easily understood.
To start, the capitalization rate is the equivalent of the net operating income which means the same thing as, the current market value. Net operating income … (4 comments)

contra costa county real estate: When is the right time to hire a property management company? - 01/05/17 09:50 AM
When is the right time to hire a property management company?
2017 is still new to us, but it is here and happening so let’s dive in strong! Happy New Year and happy investing to you in 2017. If you are a real estate investor, it is important to know current information of property management companies, pros and cons. Most importantly, you need to know when to take that step in your business. So, let’s talk about that.
This may be one of the biggest decisions you make as an investor and landlord, and it can be the best help you need … (0 comments)

contra costa county real estate: Buying Small Apartments - 11/26/16 08:33 AM
Buying Small Apartments
The bigger the deal, the bigger the risks are. Therefore, starting small with buying small apartment complexes may be the best option for you. The benefits for a new investor are great. You can get a loan easier, or participate in a 1031 exchange as we like to talk about in this blog. Also, there will be a profit on a lower scale of investment expense. It is known that as an investor, buying apartments and multi-family buildings is the best way to go. Mainly because you have all of your tenants under one roof and you can … (2 comments)

contra costa county real estate: 1031 Exchanges- Why the time is NOW - 11/10/16 01:15 PM
1031 Exchanges- Why the time is NOW
There is no doubt about it, the time is now to learn more about and participate in 1031 exchanges. A 1031 exchange is an excellent use of the tax system, in the form of a deferment that has made many investors very successful. 2016 is becoming known as the best year to get involved in using 1031 exchanges.
As an introduction for new readers, you will most likely want a clear definition in what a 1031 exchange is. 1031 is simply the IRS code which allows for an exchange to take place while deferring the … (1 comments)

contra costa county real estate: Invest in Multi-Family Housing Now- Real Estate Investing - 10/20/16 01:29 PM
Invest in Multi-Family Housing Now- Real Estate Investing
Last week, our blog was an introduction to what 1031 exchanges are. This week, we would like to talk about why it is a great idea as an investor to reposition your equity and invest in multi-family housing. Profit, profit, profit! That’s right, by partaking in 1031 exchanges, investors have doubled their rental incomes and here is how.
Trade Up Using the benefits of 1031 exchanges, you can trade your single family home for multiple properties such as apartment buildings, and so on. By taking this scenario, you go from the potential of one … (1 comments)

contra costa county real estate: 1031 Exchanges- What You Need to Know - 10/13/16 12:51 PM
1031 Exchanges- What You Need to Know
You may be familiar with the general idea of this term. You may have heard of it in regards to real estate and investing. But, do you actually understand the meaning of what a 1031 Exchange is? Let’s break it down with what you need to know about 1031 exchanges in regards to real property.
To start, what is a 1031 exchange?
Basically, it is as it sounds, an exchange, as in a swap of one investment for another investment. 1031 is a section of Internal Revenue Code and it is favored in real estate particularly … (1 comments)

contra costa county real estate: Real Estate As An Investment- An Introduction - 10/07/16 03:46 AM
Real Estate As An Investment- An Introduction
Contra Costa County, CA is a great place to invest in real estate. You have bought and sold a few properties and feel like you are ready to get involved in real estate investment. However, you aren’t sure which channel is right for you. After all, there are several real estate investment types. Here, we will discuss way to invest in real estate to help you get a feel for your outlet.
Basic Rentals
Basic rental properties, the initial vehicle into real estate investing, is when a person buys a house and rents it out for … (0 comments)

contra costa county real estate: Spacious 3 bed/2.5 bath Garin Ranch Beauty in Brentwood! - 11/13/15 03:43 PM
Garin Ranch Beauty! Single story home featuring 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms plus office/den. Nestled on a 6,474 sq. ft. corner lot, walk to downtown, and all three schools. Bright, open floor plan featuring dine-in kitchen with center island, gas cooktop stove with plenty of counter & cabinet space. Available soon! $2,200/month. 1 year lease.
Please do not disturb current tenants. No section 8 or housing vouchers. Please complete free application to schedule an appointment. Application can be found at www.hotrentals.info. Call Broker Matt Irvin at Remax Accord-WC for additional information or with questions. CA BRE#01146115.
 
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contra costa county real estate: Contra Costa County MLS Search - 01/08/08 08:11 AM
If your interested in free Contra Costa County MLS information please visit my website at http://www.mattirvin.com/
Contra Costa County (Spanish for: Against the Coast) is a suburban county in the San Francisco Bay Area of the U.S. state of California. As of the 2000 census, it had a population of 948,816. The county seat is Martinez.
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contra costa county real estate: Contra Costa County Subdivisions - 12/25/07 04:18 PM
Being a second generation real estate professional has some advantages.  My father saved most original brochures from new subdivisions from the 50's till present.  Most include original floorplans and price.  Its nice to have as a resource during listing presentations and such, most of the time the homeowner does not know the original model name, builder etc.  Eventually I would like to scan and add to this blog so everyone could access.
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